Thomas Schelling

I love you. See you soon! Your grand daughter!

Dear Alice, I just heard about dear Tom's passing. What a very sad loss for you, your families, friends, and the world. Scott and I will always remember him so fondly as a dear neighbor and friend.
Our deepest sympathy and live,
Laurie

I took Professor Schelling's course Economic Principles & Public Policy in 1980 when I was working on my MPA at the Kennedy School of Government. I have great admiration and respect for this outstanding educator whose teachings are still so meaningful to me to this day.

I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Schelling. May your hearts be filled with all the preciousness moments spent together and may the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.

Tom Schelling was my dissertation advisor in the early 80s at Harvard. One day while waiting to talk with him, I asked his secretary why she kept answering the telephone,"Mr Schelling's office," rather than "Dr Schelling's office." She looked at me, smiled and said, "Because Tom believes 'Mister' is the higher title. I will always have deep respect and affection for Mr Tom Schelling.

I knew Tom Schelling in the early 1940s in Berkeley when his sister Nancy lived at the same rooming house we did and he visited her frequently. The two of them inspired me to take on a major in Econ at Cal Berkeley and eventually to become a Foreign Service Officer. We never met again after those years, but I will always see Tom and Nancy as my leaders. My most heartfelt sympathy goes to Tom's entire family. The world has lost a great man at a time of great need for his brilliance.

Deeply grieved to learn about the passing away of Professor Tom Schelling. He was a legendary figure and would be remembered for his large number of original ground-breaking contributions in diverse fields. MY deepest condolences to all members of his family. May his soul rest in peace.

I had the privilege of meeting him in October, 2010, during the special Convocation Ceremony of Manchester University, UK, when he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate degree. I still cherish the...

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope the promise at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
Monica M

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.